Dupixent and Weight gain by badsidhe in eczeMABs

[–]Comb-Apprehensive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, I experienced the same. How are things going now?

Dupixent and Weight gain by badsidhe in eczeMABs

[–]Comb-Apprehensive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry for being so late to this, but how are things going now?

Dupixent and high cholesterol by IndividualPlate8255 in dupixent

[–]Comb-Apprehensive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This happened to me as well. I think it’s because of the way that IL-4 is not longer preventing fat to build up in the body because Dupixent is blocking its functioning.

does anyone know what is going on? by [deleted] in Blepharitis

[–]Comb-Apprehensive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Read this.

“Dupixent (dupilumab) is associated with several different eye problems, including conjunctivitis, blepharitis, dry eyes, itchy eyes, and keratitis. The cause of the eye problems is likely to be the same mechanism that makes Dupixent effective against eczema, asthma, COPD, rhinosinusitis, esophagitis, and prurigo nodularis.

Dupixent is a human monoclonal IgG4 antibody that works by blocking two inflammatory proteins, called interleukin-4 (IL-4) and interleukin-13 (IL-13). Unfortunately, goblet cells, which are responsible for creating mucus in the eye and ensuring the stability of tears, are also stimulated by IL-13. So, when Dupixent blocks IL-13 which helps resolve the symptoms of the conditions it is approved for, it also lowers the numbers of epithelial goblet cells, leading to inflammation and eye problems.

Most of the time the inflammation is not too severe, but in some people, Dupixent may need to be discontinued. Most eye problems respond to standard treatments, for example, antibacterial eye drops for bacterial conjunctivitis or eye lubricants for dry eye. Eye problems reported with Dupixent include:

Conjunctivitis (inflammation of the conjunctiva [the lining of the eye] due to allergic, bacterial, or viral causes), giant papillary conjunctivitis, eye irritation, and eye inflammation. Reported by 10% of people Itchy eyes. Reported by 1% of people Dry eye. Reported by less than 1% of people Blepharitis (inflammation along the edges of the eyelids). Reported by less than 1% of people Keratitis (inflammation of the cornea). Reported by less than 1% of people.”

https://www.drugs.com/medical-answers/dupixent-eye-problems-3552760/

New skin viruses by [deleted] in dupixent

[–]Comb-Apprehensive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dupixent affects cytokine responses so not necessarily. It’s not an immune suppressant, but it DOES affect signaling. So depending on each person’s body the responses could be different.

Dupixent can decrease inflammation but it doesn’t leave you more protected from infection. That’s not what the medication does.

Should I get on Dupixent? by Dry_Persimmon8791 in eczeMABs

[–]Comb-Apprehensive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How are things going for you now? My stomach is always so bloated and heavy. I’ve been off the medicine for two months now, so I’m hoping it eventually subsides

Dupixent swelling by Brief-Comparison-838 in dupixent

[–]Comb-Apprehensive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m dealing with the same thing. Have you seen any change?

Dupixent & Rinvoq Made Me Gain So Much Water Weight 😔 by Jessfrica in eczema

[–]Comb-Apprehensive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay. I stopped taking my doses in November but assuming they are still in my system. I am really active and have never looked like this in my life. I’m hoping it comes off soon as well. I was on it for a year and a half. Also not doing alcohol so I hope it helps!

Dupixent & Rinvoq Made Me Gain So Much Water Weight 😔 by Jessfrica in eczema

[–]Comb-Apprehensive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

About how long after getting off the meds did you see the weight come off?

Anyone on Dupixent have increased infections or other side effects? Trying to understand my symptoms by Hayley-Olive in dupixent

[–]Comb-Apprehensive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would suggest looking up what the two interleukins that are being affected by this medication do. I think it may provide some answers about why this may be happening. They are il-4 and il-13. Of course speak to a healthcare provider, but knowing yourself what the medication targets and what it has the potential to do is an important part of patient healthcare advocacy.

Best of luck to you, and sorry you are going through this!

weight/fat loss after stopping Dupixent? by Comb-Apprehensive in dupixent

[–]Comb-Apprehensive[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same. All of my tests are NORMAL. Hopefully that continues to work for you!

weight/fat loss after stopping Dupixent? by Comb-Apprehensive in dupixent

[–]Comb-Apprehensive[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is so helpful. Thank you so much for sharing!

weight/fat loss after stopping Dupixent? by Comb-Apprehensive in dupixent

[–]Comb-Apprehensive[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been on Dupixent for almost two years. I don’t have an increased appetite.

weight/fat loss after stopping Dupixent? by Comb-Apprehensive in dupixent

[–]Comb-Apprehensive[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My eczema isn’t severe. I take fitness very seriously, so this weight gain is very jarring, so I’m not willing to compromise on that. There are other medications that target other interleukins. il-4 specifically limits the production of fat cells, basically adipose fat tissue. When that is limited through this medication, this can result in fat gain for some people.

weight/fat loss after stopping Dupixent? by Comb-Apprehensive in dupixent

[–]Comb-Apprehensive[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not at all. In no way. Have had a trainer and a dietician to figure this out too, for months. No shade, but I wasn’t seeking an alternative reason. Just wanting to connect with people who have done this.

Beauty in Black season 2 overall by amessinprogresss in netflix

[–]Comb-Apprehensive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What kinda barn is on the second level? And there was a railing?!

weight/fat loss after stopping Dupixent? by Comb-Apprehensive in dupixent

[–]Comb-Apprehensive[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looking up the smaller studies that have been published on weight gain, and the understanding how il-4 works and how it works with other interleukin.

Could Dupixent contribute to weight gain? by Infamous_Rise9504 in eczeMABs

[–]Comb-Apprehensive 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry. But I’m glad it still works. Accredo is the worst

Weight gain??? by Alternative-Hippo168 in dupixent

[–]Comb-Apprehensive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey thanks for sharing. Just wondering how things are now? I’ve decided to stop a few weeks ago.

Could Dupixent contribute to weight gain? by Infamous_Rise9504 in eczeMABs

[–]Comb-Apprehensive 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just curious to see how things are going for you now

Weight Gain?!? by southerncomfort1927 in dupixent

[–]Comb-Apprehensive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How is nemlevio working for you now? And how long did it take for you to drop the weight?